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| Company: | Ohio Department of Taxation, OH | ||
| Job Title: | Assistant Legal Counsel $90K - $92K |
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| Job Category: | Tax [ View All Tax Jobs ] | ||
| Job Reference: | 67308 | ||
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| *Monitors, processes, and responds to public records requests under the direction of the Chief Legal Counsel, Deputy Chief Legal Counsel, and Director of Operations*Assists in developing and implementation of program policies and procedures for the Legal Services team.*Reviews notary complaints and drafts recommended discipline letters. About Us: As Ohio’s Secretary of State, Frank LaRose is doing his part to deliver a thriving democracy and a prosperous economy for all Ohioans. In his role as the state’s chief elections officer, he is working to ensure that Ohio’s elections are both secure and accessible. And, as the first stop for new businesses in the Buckeye State, he is assisting entrepreneurs as they receive articles of incorporation for a new business. What You'll Do: Under the direction of the Chief Legal Counsel and/or Deputy Chief Legal Counsel and in collaboration with the Legal Services team, the Assistant Chief Legal Counsel assists in the daily and strategic operational activities of the Legal Services team, such as general legal research; the review and authoring of legal briefs, memoranda, and contracts; the review of pleadings, motions, affidavits, legislations, rules, and pending litigation; and responding to SOS staff inquiries on legal matters, policies, and procedures. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Monitors, processes, and responds to public records requests under the direction of the Chief Legal Counsel, Deputy Chief Legal Counsel, and Director of Operations Assists in developing and implementation of program policies and procedures for the Legal Services team. Collaborates with the Ohio Attorney General’s office on pending litigation. Reviews notary complaints and drafts recommended discipline letters. Conducts legal research on election-related issues including but not limited to: ballot language, elections administration, and the electoral process; evaluation of tie-vote matters including the identification of legal issues and draft decisions based on statute, case law, and public policy considerations; review of court decisions pertaining to election law; compile after-action law cases; assist with the preparation of election reports, directives, advisories, budgetary issues, training manuals, memoranda, and policy statements; and assist the SOS Elections Division with Election Day preparation, oversight, and after action reporting. Evaluates and investigates complaints about board of election operations or the electoral process; summarizes findings and makes recommendations to the Assistant Secretary of State, Director of Elections, and Chief Legal Counsel; and assists with oversight of boards of election that require additional legal and administrative attention. Prepares responses to legal inquiries from Ohio’s local boards of election, government officials, and the general public. Prepares for Legal Services events (e.g. seminars, trainings, workshops, presentations, etc.) including scheduling, notification, event logistics, and program content preparation in coordination with legal staff and other appropriate SOS division staff. Prepares materials as directed by the Chief Legal Counsel and Deputy Chief Legal Counsel, including but not limited to contracts, letters, and other correspondence. Reviews emails for the Chief Legal Counsel and Deputy Chief Legal Counsel and responds or routes to appropriate entity using appropriate communication channels (digital, standard mail, etc.). Communicates with SOS staff and the general public on behalf and when directed by the Chief Legal Counsel or Deputy Chief Legal Counsel. Maintains archival litigation files, including court filings correspondence and legal research; monitors news sources for developments of interest to Legal services; photocopies, labels, and organizes documents; monitors retention, archival, confidentiality, and destruction or return of document production; and works with various electronic databases used by the SOS. What’s in it for you: At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans. Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation. Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave 12 paid holidays per year Childbirth/Adoption leave Employee Development Funds The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee. Ohio Public Employees Retirement System OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information. Deferred Compensation The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information. Qualifications Education ● Required: Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor degree from an accredited college or university, current law license, active Ohio Bar membership, and a certificate of good standing from the Supreme Court of Ohio. Experience ● Required: 2-5 years of experience. ● Proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and revising legal documents such as memos, contracts, policies and rules. ● Proficiency in conducting legal research, analyzing statutes, case law and legal precedents to provide informed legal opinions and recommendations. ● Preferred: Experience with Ohio public records law. Experience with or understanding of election law and/or experience with litigation as well as familiarity with framework of Ohio state government. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities ● Excellent communication and collaboration skills. ● Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships. ● Follow SOS policies and procedures, as well as applicable state and federal laws and administrative code as they relate. ● Interpret and follow a variety of instructions in written, oral, or picture format. ● Detail oriented with exceptional research, writing & analytical skills and attention to accuracy in work and strict adherence to deadlines. ● Use proper research methods in gathering data; gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things. ● Handle sensitive and confidential inquiries from employees. Technology ● Personal computer, Microsoft Office 365 – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; Lexis/Nexis ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. This position is Unclassified per ORC 124.11 (A) (30) Background Check Information The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to an appointment to test for illegal drug use. 67308 |
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| Company: | Ohio Department of Taxation | ||
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| Employment type: | Full Time | ||
| Salary: | $90,000-$92,000 | ||
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| Degree: | JD | ||
| Experience (year): | Unspecified | ||
| Job Location: | Columbus, OH USA | ||
| Post Date: | 03/25/2024 | ||
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